The identity of the victim is not being released at this time pending identification procedures, according to police.

No foul play is suspected. Witnesses interviewed at the scene indicate this incident to be an accident.

The Elmira Police Department was assisted at the scene by the Elmira Fire Department, Chemung County Sheriff’s Department, New York State Police, Southport Fire Department and Norfolk Southern Railroad.

Elmira Police said no additional information is being released at this time.

The police department reminds citizens that the railroad is private property and is not intended or appropriate for pedestrian traffic. Violators can be subject to arrest.